Kia unveils new crossover SUV

The Kia Stonic will go on sale in Europe in the second-half of 2017, but the South Korean automaker hasn't confirmed other markets yet.

To get the point across, Kia has released a couple of design sketches of the new Stonic (above and below) which, say Kia, is inspired by the form and function of its larger SUVs. In the same vein, Kia promises that the Stonic will have a relatively low centre of gravity, which will result in better dynamics.

Design boss Peter Schreyer previously admitted the Stonic would not veer too much away from the design identity of existing models.

The KiaStonic Compact SUV, sister vehicle to the new Hyundai Kona, is previewed ion design sketches ahead of a debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. With hard angles, over-sized wheels and roof racks, the initial rendering of the Stonic evokes a sense of sportiness.

Despite the striking looks, the Stonic is expected to be based on the same underpinnings as the Kia Rio supermini.

The company Kia has extended the teaser of the new compact crossover - Stonic. The Niro name was later applied to its compact hybrid SUV, leaving a void in the range to be filled by this small Nissan Juke-style crossover.

Kia Australia has elected not to introduce the brand's upcoming Stonic city SUV.

According to Kia the cabin echoes the appearance of the exterior, with straight lines, smooth surfaces and geometric design forms.

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